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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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